Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture: A Comprehensive Analysis of Changes Over the Last Five Years
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https://doi.org/10.52783/jns.v14.3767Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Precision Farming, Indian Agriculture, Digital Transformation, Smallholder Empowerment, Sustainable FarmingAbstract
Over the past five years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from a futuristic concept to a tangible force reshaping Indian agriculture in ways that were once unimaginable. This research explores how AI-driven innovations—from precision farming and automated irrigation systems to advanced predictive analytics, robust data analytics, and agriculture- specific language models—have not only enhanced crop yields and resource efficiency but also empowered millions of smallholder farmers across the country. Technologies such as IoT sensors, drones, and AI-enabled mobile applications are now integral to daily farming operations, providing real-time insights that guide critical decisions on irrigation, fertilization, and pest management. Projects like the Saagu Baagu pilot in Telangana have demonstrated tangible benefits by increasing chilli yields by over 20%, while reducing the use of pesticides and fertilizers, thereby cutting production costs and increasing incomes.
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